Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Park Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Park Elementary School often compared to?
Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School, Needham Elementary School, Animas Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
439 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Park Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
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